Heart-Healthy Bacon Egg Bites
Start your day on a nutritious and flavorful note with these Heart-Healthy Bacon Egg Bites, a lighter twist on the classic bacon and eggs. Packed with protein from whole eggs and egg whites, these bite-sized delights feature the savory crunch of low-fat turkey bacon, the creaminess of low-fat cheddar cheese, and the vibrant freshness of spinach, red bell peppers, and green onions. Infused with just the right seasoning of black pepper and a splash of unsweetened almond milk, they’re baked to golden perfection in a muffin tin, making them an easy, portable option for busy mornings. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a focus on heart-smart ingredients, this low-carb, gluten-free recipe proves you don’t have to sacrifice flavor for health. Perfect for meal prep, these bacon egg bites are a satisfying breakfast or snack that will fuel your body and delight your taste buds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 3 cups egg whites
- 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 4 slices low-fat turkey bacon
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 0.5 cup low-fat cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil spray.
In a medium pan, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove from the pan, drain on paper towels, and crumble into small pieces.
In the same pan, add the diced red bell pepper and baby spinach. Sauté until the peppers are tender and the spinach is wilted. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, and almond milk. Add the black pepper and salt to the egg mixture.
Stir in the crumbled turkey bacon, sautéed vegetables, low-fat cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions.
Pour the egg mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the egg bites are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool slightly before removing from the tin. Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy bacon egg bites!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
955 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.1 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1136 mg | 379% | |
| Sodium | 2683 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 131.1 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.1 mcg | 35% | |
| Calcium | 885 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1908 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
